Machete
Awakening Justice: Unveiling the Powerful Message in 'Machete' Lyrics
Lyrics
Why are you still sleeping through these terrible times?
Questioning why someone is still passive during difficult times.
Disempowered slumber through the terrible crimes
Describing a disempowered state during times of serious crimes.
when the time comes the highest up will fall down hard
Anticipating a downfall for those in power when the time comes.
The fall of the empire - the one who tried to lock us down
Referring to the fall of an empire, possibly oppressive, attempting to control.
the rich will just get richer at our expense
Expressing a concern that the wealthy benefit at the expense of others.
Let our lives of sweat and toil be recompensed
Advocating for just compensation for hard work and effort.
when the time comes the highest up will fall down hard
Reiterating the expectation of a significant downfall for those in power.
The fall of the empire - the one who tried to
Continuation of the idea of the fall of an oppressive empire.
Introducing the concept of "bust," possibly signaling resistance or revolt.
I return every hundred years. every hundred years
Referring to a cyclical return every hundred years.
When the people awaken
Highlighting a moment of awakening for the people.
I return every hundred years. every hundred years
Repeating the notion of a periodic return with the expectation of awakening.
When the people wake and see my machete raised up proudly
Describing a triumphant return with a raised machete when people awaken.
machete - my machete
Emphasizing the significance of the "machete" as a symbol of power or resistance.
Machete - my machete
Repeating the importance of the machete.
untouchables. now untouchable. will beg for kindness
Describing a shift in status, from untouchables to a plea for kindness.
No longer above the law. we're no longer under their spell
Asserting that they are no longer under the control or influence of a spell.
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